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{{Youmay|the Gem Destabilizer|the [[Gem Rejuvenator]]}}
 
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A '''Gem Destabilizer''' is a weapon designed to instantly destabilize a [[Gems|Gem]]'s physical form. The yellow Gem Destabilizer appears to have been modeled on [[Yellow Diamond]]'s power to generate a type of lightning bolt-current that paralyzes and poofs Gems.
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A '''Gem Destabilizer''' is a [[Gem Weapons|Gem Weapon]] designed to dissipate a [[Gems|Gem]]'s physical form. The yellow Destabilizer appears to have been modeled on [[Yellow Diamond]]'s power to generate a lightning bolt-current that paralyzes and poofs Gems.
   
 
==Appearance==
 
==Appearance==
 
===Yellow===
 
===Yellow===
The Yellow Gem Destabilizer resembles a goldish-brown arrowhead-tipped tuning fork with a pale yellow oval-shaped orb suspended between the tips. It gives off streams of static energy between the orb and hilt.
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The yellow Destabilizer resembles a goldish-brown arrowhead-tipped tuning fork with a pale yellow oval-shaped orb suspended between the tips. It gives off streams of static energy between the orb and hilt.
   
 
===Blue===
 
===Blue===
The blue Gem Destabilizer has a somewhat similar shape to its yellow counterpart, though the shape of the weapon leading up to the end is smoother compared to a more jagged shape. The blue Gem Destabilizer has no electric charge but contains a blue orb at the end. It is unknown if the effects are any different compared to the yellow Gem Destabilizer.
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The blue Destabilizer has a shape similar to its yellow counterpart though the shape leading up to the end is smoother. The blue Destabilizer has no electric charge but instead contains a blue orb at the end. It is unknown if the effects are any different compared to the yellow Destabilizer as it was not shown being used.
 
===Pink===
 
{{Main|Gem Rejuvenator}}
 
   
 
==Abilities==
 
==Abilities==
Gem Destabilizers essentially dissolve a Gem's body on contact with the operational end. Lines of yellow energy course through a Gem's body, sometimes dismembering their physical form upon contact and release therefore forcing the Gem's consciousness to retreat into their [[Gemstones|gemstone]]. This process will disrupt even the most stable [[Fusion Gems]]. The containment fields of the Gem prison cells first seen aboard the [[Gem Warship]] utilize a similar effect, destabilizing any part of a Gem's physical form that comes into contact with them.
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Destabilizers essentially dissolve a Gem's body on contact with the operational end. Lines of yellow energy course through a Gem's body, sometimes dismembering their physical form upon contact and release therefore forcing the Gem's consciousness to retreat into their [[Gemstones|gemstone]]. This process will disrupt even the most stable [[Fusion Gems]]. The containment fields of the prison cells first seen aboard the [[Gem Warship]] utilize a similar effect by destabilizing any part of a Gem's physical form that comes into contact with them.
   
While older Gem weapons employ brutal force from which a Gem may require days or weeks to recover a Gem Destabilizer will merely knock a Gem out of commission for a short period, perhaps only a few hours. This is still sufficient to collect and imprison the inactive gemstone making it arguably more efficient than the original method of poofing and [[bubbling]].
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While older Gem weapons employ brutal force from which a Gem may require days or weeks to recover a Destabilizer will merely knock a Gem out of commission for a short period, perhaps only a few hours. This is still sufficient time to collect and imprison the inactive gemstone making it arguably more efficient than the original method of poofing and [[bubbling]].
   
The Gem Destabilizers and containment fields have proven to be ineffective against the half-Gem, half-human [[Steven Universe (character)|Steven Universe]]. Subjection to either devices results in him being slightly shocked and colored lines appearing on his skin; this is probably due to his body being organic and not made of light as stated by [[Pearl]] and [[Garnet]].
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The Destabilizers and containment fields have proven to be ineffective against the half-Gem, half-human [[Steven Universe (character)|Steven Universe]]. Subjection to either device results in him being slightly shocked and colored lines appearing on his skin; this is due to his body being organic and not made of light as stated by [[Pearl]] and [[Garnet]].
   
 
==Trivia==
 
==Trivia==
*Because [[Jasper]] and [[Peridot]] have Yellow Gem Destabilizers and [[Aquamarine]] has Blue Gem Destabilizers on [[Aquamarine's Ship|her ship]] it can be assumed that Gems belonging to certain Diamonds determines what Destabilizer of which color they wield.
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*Because [[Jasper]] and [[Peridot]] have yellow Destabilizers and [[Aquamarine]] has blue Destabilizers it can be assumed Gems belonging to certain Diamonds determines what colored Destabilizers they use.
**Both Jasper and Peridot are seen wielding Gem Destabilizers, implying they are standard-issue personal defense weapons for [[Homeworld Gems]] in Era 2.
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**Jasper and Peridot are seen wielding Destabilizers implying they are standard-issue personal defense weapons for [[Homeworld Gems]] in Era 2.
**Since Gem ships have been shown to carry Gem Destabilizers it could be assumed that all Era-2 Gem ships have them onboard.
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**Since Gem ships have been shown to carry them it could be assumed that all Era-2 Gem ships have Destabilizers onboard.
*The Gem Destabilizers seem to be based on a [[Wikipedia:Tuning fork|tuning fork]] and the principle of [[Wikipedia:Mechanical resonance|mechanical resonance]]. All crystalline compounds have resonant frequencies which cause them to fracture when exposed to certain wavelengths of sound. This is appropriate considering the effects a Gem Destabilizer visibly inflicted on Garnet in "[[The Return]]".
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*The Destabilizer seems to be based on a [[Wikipedia:Tuning fork|tuning fork]] and the principles of [[Wikipedia:Mechanical resonance|mechanical resonance]]. All crystalline compounds have resonant frequencies which cause them to fracture when exposed to certain wavelengths of sound. This is appropriate considering the effects a Destabilizer visibly inflicted on Garnet in "[[The Return]]".
**Its use of electrical charges suggests it might also be based on a close-range taser, a weapon that also uses electric shocks to subdue a target.
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**Its use of electrical charges suggests it might be based on a close-range [[Wikipedia:Taser|taser]]. Its design also resembles a [[Wikipedia:Cattle prod|cattle prod]].
*A flashback during Garnet's story in "[[Gemcation]]" shows [[Pink Diamond]] fighting the [[Crystal Gems]] with an object resembling a Gem Destabilizer in each hand.
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*The flashback during Garnet's story in "[[Gemcation]]" showed [[Pink Diamond]] fighting the [[Crystal Gems]] with an object resembling a Destabilizer in each hand.
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**In "[[Familiar (episode)|Familiar]]" an object resembling a Destabilizer was seen on Pink Diamond's desk.
   
 
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A Gem Destabilizer is a Gem Weapon designed to dissipate a Gem's physical form. The yellow Destabilizer appears to have been modeled on Yellow Diamond's power to generate a lightning bolt-current that paralyzes and poofs Gems.

Appearance

Yellow

The yellow Destabilizer resembles a goldish-brown arrowhead-tipped tuning fork with a pale yellow oval-shaped orb suspended between the tips. It gives off streams of static energy between the orb and hilt.

Blue

The blue Destabilizer has a shape similar to its yellow counterpart though the shape leading up to the end is smoother. The blue Destabilizer has no electric charge but instead contains a blue orb at the end. It is unknown if the effects are any different compared to the yellow Destabilizer as it was not shown being used.

Abilities

Destabilizers essentially dissolve a Gem's body on contact with the operational end. Lines of yellow energy course through a Gem's body, sometimes dismembering their physical form upon contact and release therefore forcing the Gem's consciousness to retreat into their gemstone. This process will disrupt even the most stable Fusion Gems. The containment fields of the prison cells first seen aboard the Gem Warship utilize a similar effect by destabilizing any part of a Gem's physical form that comes into contact with them.

While older Gem weapons employ brutal force from which a Gem may require days or weeks to recover a Destabilizer will merely knock a Gem out of commission for a short period, perhaps only a few hours. This is still sufficient time to collect and imprison the inactive gemstone making it arguably more efficient than the original method of poofing and bubbling.

The Destabilizers and containment fields have proven to be ineffective against the half-Gem, half-human Steven Universe. Subjection to either device results in him being slightly shocked and colored lines appearing on his skin; this is due to his body being organic and not made of light as stated by Pearl and Garnet.

Trivia

  • Because Jasper and Peridot have yellow Destabilizers and Aquamarine has blue Destabilizers it can be assumed Gems belonging to certain Diamonds determines what colored Destabilizers they use.
    • Jasper and Peridot are seen wielding Destabilizers implying they are standard-issue personal defense weapons for Homeworld Gems in Era 2.
    • Since Gem ships have been shown to carry them it could be assumed that all Era-2 Gem ships have Destabilizers onboard.
  • The Destabilizer seems to be based on a tuning fork and the principles of mechanical resonance. All crystalline compounds have resonant frequencies which cause them to fracture when exposed to certain wavelengths of sound. This is appropriate considering the effects a Destabilizer visibly inflicted on Garnet in "The Return".
    • Its use of electrical charges suggests it might be based on a close-range taser. Its design also resembles a cattle prod.
  • The flashback during Garnet's story in "Gemcation" showed Pink Diamond fighting the Crystal Gems with an object resembling a Destabilizer in each hand.
    • In "Familiar" an object resembling a Destabilizer was seen on Pink Diamond's desk.

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Crystal Gems: Gem DrillGem Sloop
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Action Figures: B.O.Y.S.G.A.L.S. (Explorer Gal) • G.U.Y.S. (Dave Guy • Ranger Guy)
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Homeworld: Robonoids (Flask RobonoidsHand RobonoidPlug Robonoids)
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